The Defeat of Jesse James Days!

We had fun dressing up in our western wear on Friday and also enjoying the presentation and story of Jesse James and his gang!

Our first days in 1st!

We've had a great couple first days together so far! I'm not sure if your child has told you about filling up their filing cabinet, in their brain, but I'm sure they are quite full after everything they've been practicing and learning about in our classroom this week. One friend said with a smile on his face, "My filing cabinet is so full, it's ripping!" :)

We spent some time discovery some of our math tools on Tuesday afternoon.

Hello 1st graders and families!

Welcome to a new school year! I couldn't be more excited about this year in 1st grade! I am looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you as our year together moves forward.

A few things I'd like to share with you about ME!

• The top picture is of myself and my husband Tim - we've been married for just over 2 years. 
• The bottom picture is of our British Red Lab, Kayda - she's about 8 months old.
• I grew up in Owatonna, went to St. Mary's School from kindergarten-8th grade and graduated from OHS
• I completed my undergrad at UMD and am currently in the 2nd year of my master's program at Concordia University - I'll finish in June!
• I LOVE to read, hike, be with family, and...
• Work on our baby's nursery! We're expecting our first November 20! 

Welcome to 1st Grade!

Hello new 1st grade friends! I could not be more excited about starting our year of fun and exploration together! I hope you had a wonderful summer and am looking forward to hearing about your adventures.

Open house: Thursday, September 1
First day of school: Tuesday, September 6 

Thank you!

On Friday morning, the 1st graders presented me with a gift! The same pottery piece they made for the auction with their fingerprints and initials! I was so excited and can't wait to find a special place for it at home!

Lunch in the Classroom #1

Our first lunch in the classroom was as a success! So many parents were able to enjoy a nice Friday lunch date with us! We hope to see you again on Friday, May 20!

Finished Product!

Here is a picture of one of the 1st grade projects that was at the auction. Turned out great!